London/Hong Kong – 29th January 2025 – Options Technology (Options), a leading provider of cloud-enabled managed services to the global capital markets, is pleased to announce the promotion of Michelle Kendell to Vice President and Managing Director of Hong Kong. Michelle will lead the company’s operations in Hong Kong in her new role.
Michelle brings over 20 years of experience in the financial technology sector, with a proven track record in driving business growth and fostering client relationships. Since joining Options in 2018 as a Technical Account Manager and, more recently, in her role as Client Solutions Director, she has been instrumental in expanding the company’s presence in Asia, leading to significant client acquisitions and partnerships. Her leadership and deep industry knowledge have been pivotal in navigating the complex landscape of the financial markets.
Danny Moore, President and CEO of Options Technology, commented: “We are delighted to promote Michelle Kendell to Vice President and Managing Director of Hong Kong. Michelle’s leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in our success in Asia, and her promotion marks a significant milestone in our growth strategy for the region. The APAC market continues to be a dynamic hub of opportunity, and Michelle’s proven expertise positions us well for future success.”
Michelle added: “I am honoured to take on this new role and continue driving Options growth and innovation across Asia. Our clients operate in one of the most dynamic regions in the world, and I am excited to lead our talented team as we deliver exceptional technology solutions that empower their success.”
Michelle’s promotion comes during a period of significant momentum for Options in APAC, with the company making considerable investments in the region, including the expansion of its trading infrastructure and Market Data offerings in Taiwan, Thailand, and Korea, as well as the integration of the Activ business in Tokyo and Singapore.
Most recently, they opened a new office in Sydney, Australia, reinforcing Options’ commitment to delivering local expertise and support across the region.
Today’s news is the latest in a series of global milestones at Options, including its deployment at Tadawul Saudi Exchange, its recent acquisition of Packets2Disk, which strengthened its data recording and analytics capabilities and maintaining its SOC Compliance for the 14th Consecutive Year, Strengthening Its Leadership in Security and Governance for Capital Markets.
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Options Technology (Options) is a financial technology company at the forefront of banking and trading infrastructure. We serve clients globally with offices in New York, London, Belfast, Cambridge, Chicago, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Paris, and Auckland. At Options, our services are woven into the hottest trends in global technology, including high-performance Networking, Cloud, Security, and AI (Artificial Intelligence).